Alta Mesa vineyard (Santa Barbara County)

This is very good for its level though I would observe that it’s definitely a creature of its vintage

earth and subtle game hints

ripe and concentrated

all wrapped in a firm

Markus Molitor, Kinheimer Hubertuslay Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel 3* Vintage:2013 Alta Mesa vineyard (Santa BarbaraThe 2013 Kinheimer Hubertuslay Auslese *** needs a little but of time to open up and show its finest, intense raisin aromas indicating grapefruit lemon and pineapples on a piquant background. Rich, oily textured and extremely elegant on the palate, the wine offers a lavish tropical juiciness quoting pineapples, but is stunningly pure and piquant. The finish is beautifully balanced and highly elegant. This is perfectly made.